What To Do When Someone Dies Abroad: UK Guide & Checklist
Losing someone away from home is heartbreaking and bewildering. On top of grief, you may be faced with an unfamiliar language, local rules you don’t recognise and urgent decisions about paperwork, money and travel. It can feel overwhelming — but there is clear help available from local authorities, British consular staff, insurers and experienced funeral […]
Alternative Funeral Arrangements: 8 UK Options & Costs 2025
Planning a funeral doesn’t have to mean a formal service, a strict timetable and a bill you’re worried about. Many families now want something simpler, more personal and often greener — but it can be hard to know what’s possible, what’s legal and how much it will actually cost. Whether you need an immediate, low‑stress […]
10 Prepaid Direct Cremation Plans UK: 2025 Prices Compared
Choosing a prepaid direct cremation plan should be simple, but the details can be anything but. Prices may look similar at first glance, yet what you actually get for that price can vary a lot: some plans guarantee cremation fees in full while others only make a contribution; collection distances can be capped; delivery of […]
What Is a Green Funeral? UK Options, Costs And Availability
A green funeral is simply a funeral arranged to minimise its impact on the environment. In practice, that means using biodegradable coffins or shrouds, avoiding embalming chemicals, choosing natural or woodland burial grounds where nature can reclaim the grave, and keeping vehicles, materials and memorials to a thoughtful minimum. Some families also apply greener choices […]